Stories of coexistence

Real, public coexistence initiatives, each linked to its source.

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A mosque, a church and a synagogue on one site

The Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi opened to visitors on 1 March 2023. Its three houses of worship stand beside shared spaces for dialogue, and it offers daily guided tours and space for observers in each house. It was inspired by the principles of the Document on Human Fraternity (Abu Dhabi Media Office, 17 Feb 2023).

A UN day born in Abu Dhabi

The 2019 Document on Human Fraternity led to a UN day, marked each year on 4 February since 2021. The 2026 theme was "Dialogue Over Division" (UN; UN News).

Music and sport

The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra first performed in the UAE in Abu Dhabi in 2022, and the Abraham Accords Padel Games were held at Expo 2020 Dubai (UAE MOFA).

An ancient community, written into a constitution

Morocco's Jewish community goes back more than two millennia (World Jewish Congress), and the 2011 Constitution names Hebraic influences in national identity (Constitute Project).

Interviews

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